Alaric Jackson's Suspension Casts Shadow on Rams' Week 1 Game Against Detroit
Alaric Jackson's Suspension Details
The NFL announced on Friday that Los Angeles Rams tackle Alaric Jackson has been suspended for the first two games of the season. Jackson was projected to be the Rams’ starting left tackle this season, meaning Los Angeles will be missing one of their key players in their Week 1 matchup against the Detroit Lions.
Jackson was suspended for violating the league’s personal conduct policy, but no other details were given regarding the suspension. Jackson has been battling an injury in training camp. Repping as the starter at left tackle for most of training camp has been veteran offensive lineman Joe Noteboom.
Impact of Jackson's Absence
- Noteboom started eight games for the Rams last season across multiple positions.
- This suspension is the latest development in a turbulent offseason for the Rams offensive line.
- Additionally, former Lions guard Jonah Jackson has missed most of training camp due to a shoulder injury.
- Right tackle Rob Havenstein also missed time but returned to practice earlier this week.
Meanwhile, the Lions are dealing with their own injury concerns, but it seems most key players like Penei Sewell and Jahmyr Gibbs will be ready for Week 1.
The Lions and Rams are scheduled to kick off the “Sunday Night Football” schedule at 8:20 p.m. ET on September 8 at Ford Field.
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